The Pitter-Patter of Little ... Wings

I don't like to publish posts out of chronological order, but I couldn't wait to share our news! For Christmas this year, my parents got Jeff something he's wanted for a long time: a parakeet! He received the cage and a gift card on Christmas; last night we went to pick out the perfect bird.
 

Meet Peregrin Took - Pippin for short! 

Everyone has been very excited to welcome our new little friend. Throughout his growing up years, Jeff's mom had a succession of parakeets and Jeff has often talked about getting one.

 

 

Last night Jeff asked me find a cover for Pippin's cage. It amused me to give him this temporary solution:

Yes, those are cats.

 This morning, the little girls were squealing and screaming and I said, "Girls! Stop screaming or you'll upset Pippin." Instant quiet. I think I'm going to like this bird.